St George's School
URN: 118227 • Newport PO30 1XW
Overview
- Name
- St George's School
- URN
- 118227
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Steff Gleeson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01983524634
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Watergate Rd, Newport PO30 1XW
Summary
St George's School is a community special school located in Newport, Isle of Wight, catering to a mixed-gender population of 212 students, exceeding its capacity of 208. The school is committed to providing a supportive environment where all students, regardless of their backgrounds or needs, can achieve their full potential. The ethos of the school revolves around collaboration and inclusivity, ensuring that every student feels safe, secure, and valued.
The curriculum at St George's School is designed to balance formal and semi-formal learning experiences, tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. It aims to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills for independent living, fostering confidence, resilience, and positive relationships. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, providing students with opportunities to engage with their local environment and develop transferable skills.
St George's School prioritises smooth transitions for students, particularly at key stages, by involving parents and carers in the process and incorporating expert advice. This comprehensive approach ensures that students are well-prepared for their educational journey and future integration into the wider community.
The curriculum at St George's School is designed to balance formal and semi-formal learning experiences, tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. It aims to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills for independent living, fostering confidence, resilience, and positive relationships. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, providing students with opportunities to engage with their local environment and develop transferable skills.
St George's School prioritises smooth transitions for students, particularly at key stages, by involving parents and carers in the process and incorporating expert advice. This comprehensive approach ensures that students are well-prepared for their educational journey and future integration into the wider community.
Useful links
- Read more (governance)
- Read more (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- St George’s School Published Report 2016 (download)
- St George’s School Published Report 2022 (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Harper Adams University (60.2)
- Southern Stars Theatre School and Performers' College (45.2)
- The Clatterford Centre (45.2)
- Westmont School (45.2)
- Sporting Chance (43.7)
Key details
- LA
- Isle of Wight
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 208
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 153
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 55.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Isle of Wight
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 153 | 59 | 208 | 55.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 200 | 138 | 62 | 188 | 49.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 197 | 133 | 64 | 188 | 47.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 197 | 133 | 64 | 206 | 47.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 182 | 119 | 63 | 206 | 50.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 173 | 113 | 60 | 162 | 45.30 |
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